How to travel from Cheow Lan Lake to Ko Yao Yai, Thailand
The distance between Cheow Lan Lake and Ko Yao Yai is around 157km (98 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive and then take a ferry which takes around 3h 20m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Cheow Lan Lake to Ko Yao Yai by bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Ko Yao Yai → Cheow Lan Lake if you're planning a return trip.
Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Floating Pier East Railay then take a ferry to Koh Yao Yai.
- Duration7h 40m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costTHB 2,615($72)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Phang Nga Pier then take a ferry to Koh Yao Noi and then to Koh Yao Yai.
- Duration3h 20m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costTHB 1,200($33)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cheow Lan Lake and Ko Yao Yai
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Cheow Lan Lake to Ko Yao Yai by bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around THB 1,200 ($33) and will take around 3h 20m.
The distance between Cheow Lan Lake and Ko Yao Yai is around 157km (98 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 119km (74 miles)
It takes around 7h 40m to get from Cheow Lan Lake and Ko Yao Yai by bus and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Cheow Lan Lake to Ko Yao Yai is to drive and then take a ferry which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx THB 1,200 ($33).
The cheapest way to travel between Cheow Lan Lake and Ko Yao Yai is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around THB 1,200 ($33) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Cheow Lan Lake and Ko Yao Yai. We recommend that you drive to Phang Nga Pier then take a ferry to Koh Yao Noi and then to Koh Yao Yai. instead which will take 3h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Cheow Lan Lake and Ko Yao Yai. We recommend that you drive to Phang Nga Pier then take a ferry to Koh Yao Noi and then to Koh Yao Yai. instead which will take 3h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Cheow Lan Lake to Ko Yao Yai. We recommend that you take the bus to Floating Pier East Railay then take a ferry to Koh Yao Yai. instead which will take 7h 40m.
The closest major airport to Ko Yao Yai is Phuket International Airport (HKT) (HKT) which is approximately 34km (21 miles) from Ko Yao Yai. Krabi Airport (KBV) (KBV) and Trang Airport (TST) (TST) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Cheow Lan Lake to Ko Yao Yai. We recommend that you take the bus to Floating Pier East Railay then take a ferry to Koh Yao Yai. instead which will take 7h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cheow Lan Lake to Ko Yao Yai is to take the bus and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 7h 40m and will usually cost around THB 2,615 ($72).
Compare travel optionsbetween Cheow Lan Lake and Ko Yao Yai
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 7h 40m | THB 2,615($72) | once daily | 272km (169 miles) |
| Bus to Floating Pier East Railay, Ferry | 7h 55m | THB 2,580($71) | once daily | 270km (168 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 3h 20m | THB 1,200($33) | once daily | 157km (98 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Cheow Lan Lake and Ko Yao Yai
Ferry operators
Tigerline Ferry
Koh Yao Sun Smile
Rock'n'Row Thailand
Bus companies
Hat Yai World Tour
Airports near Ko Yao Yai
The following major airports near Ko Yao Yai offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Thailand and internationally.
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
- Distance
- 34km (21 miles) from Ko Yao Yai
Krabi Airport (KBV)
- Distance
- 44km (27 miles) from Ko Yao Yai
Trang Airport (TST)
- Distance
- 126km (78 miles) from Ko Yao Yai